- Mar 9, 2003
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I've been in the background reading info in forums for some time and have decided to replace my old Dell P2 300MHZ computer. This will be my first build and I'm a little overwhelmed by all the new technology. I am not a power user as such but would like a fast stable computer. Never overclocked but that is an option I'd like to try. Presently I have only a 56k dialup connection so not much networking capability needed here.
I was looking toward a user friendly P4 533MHZ FSB board. This is what I was thinking as far as components. Perhaps you fellas could give advice or help fill in the blanks. None of this is set in stone. While money is really not a problem i don't really need to have the best of the best. Anything would be lightyears over what I am using now. I'm looking for versatility and upgradability.
MOBO - Asus P4PE (open for suggestions but would like 533MHZ FSB)
CPU - Intel P4 2.4BGig or 2.53B Gig
CPU cooler - (not a clue)
HD - At least 60 Gig 7200RPM
DVD-R (not sure about +rw,+R,-R,-RW)
CDR - Have a Plextor 16/10/40/A
RAM - (Need help here. How Much?)
Case - Antech 1080 Plus or something similar(open for suggestions but want a big power supply)
Floppy - generic
RAID - (probably would never use it)
Sound - (onboard is ok for now)
Ethernet - (presently not needed since I only use a modem)
SATA - (Do I need it?)
Firewire - (Do I need it)
Video - Need Good all round card
I also have a USB 1.0 scanner and a parallel printer to reuse. I would be most greatful for any suggestions.
I was looking toward a user friendly P4 533MHZ FSB board. This is what I was thinking as far as components. Perhaps you fellas could give advice or help fill in the blanks. None of this is set in stone. While money is really not a problem i don't really need to have the best of the best. Anything would be lightyears over what I am using now. I'm looking for versatility and upgradability.
MOBO - Asus P4PE (open for suggestions but would like 533MHZ FSB)
CPU - Intel P4 2.4BGig or 2.53B Gig
CPU cooler - (not a clue)
HD - At least 60 Gig 7200RPM
DVD-R (not sure about +rw,+R,-R,-RW)
CDR - Have a Plextor 16/10/40/A
RAM - (Need help here. How Much?)
Case - Antech 1080 Plus or something similar(open for suggestions but want a big power supply)
Floppy - generic
RAID - (probably would never use it)
Sound - (onboard is ok for now)
Ethernet - (presently not needed since I only use a modem)
SATA - (Do I need it?)
Firewire - (Do I need it)
Video - Need Good all round card
I also have a USB 1.0 scanner and a parallel printer to reuse. I would be most greatful for any suggestions.